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Navigating Life's Journey: Katelyn's Spina Bifida Story with Shriners Children's

Jul 23, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/07/Katelyn-Spina-Bifida-Story

Over the past 15 years, Katelyn has undergone numerous treatments for her spina bifida. Shriners Children's has been a crucial part of her journey.

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Active College Student Credits Lifestyle to Care at Shriners Children’s Lexington

Sep 20, 2023 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/09/Grayson-Remains-Active

Grayson lives life to the fullest thanks to prosthetics care.

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Shriner Shares Unique Journey From Patient's Dad to Fraternity Noble

Mar 31, 2023 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/03/Dad-to-Fraternity-Noble

Adam's journey to become a Shriner began almost a decade ago after a tragic accident at their home left his son severely burned.

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Former Burn Patient Feels Scars are Part of What Make Her Beautiful

Mar 07, 2023 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/03/Allison-Story

Former Shriners Children’s patient Allison considers her burn scars the work of the divine.

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Basketball-loving Boy Receives Care at Shriners Children's After a Bicycle Accident

Dec 17, 2021 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/12/Cole

Cole was then referred to the hospital for rehabilitation and speech therapy, where he has made tremendous progress after his accident.

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Recreational Therapy Inspires Riley

Sep 23, 2022 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/09/Recreational-Therapy-Inspires-Riley

Riley found hope, a future career and the rehabilitation and support services she needed at Shriners Children's.

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Mother of Burn Patient Encourages Kitchen Safety During Burn Awareness Week

Feb 09, 2022 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/02/Kohens-Story

In December 2021, Kohen, an active 1½-year-old, grabbed onto the cord of a nearby rice cooker while sitting at his high chair in the kitchen.

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Mom Shares Advice for Families Expecting a Child With a Cleft Lip or Palate

Jul 21, 2022 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/07/Charlie-Gail-Cleft-Story

Facial clefts are one of the most common birth differences in the U.S. It can be a challenge for families to find education, resources, support and specialized treatment. Shriners Children's is here for you.

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Former Shriners Children’s Chicago Patient Peter Berry Showcases Unbreakable Mindset with Success in Wheelchair Basketball

Aug 08, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Paralympic-Stories/2024/Peter-Paralympics

Peter Berry’s journey to be selected as a top alternate for the U.S. Men’s Wheelchair Basketball Team hasn’t been easy – but it has given him an indomitable spirit and will to succeed.

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Heads Up – Helmet Therapy Success at Shriners Children's Chicago

May 17, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/05/Helmet-Therapy-Success

Benjamin was just 3 months old when his parents noticed he was favoring one side of his head, turning it to one side more than the other.